Eugene Wilson (American football)

Eugene Wilson
Wilson with the New England Patriots in 2006
No. 26
PositionSafety
Personal information
Born (1980-08-17) August 17, 1980
Merrillville, Indiana, U.S.
Listed height5 ft 10 in (1.78 m)
Listed weight200 lb (91 kg)
Career information
High schoolMerrillville
CollegeIllinois
NFL draft2003: 2nd round, 36th overall pick
Career history
* Offseason and/or practice squad member only
Awards and highlights
Career NFL statistics
Total tackles399
Forced fumbles3
Fumble recoveries4
Pass deflections41
Interceptions14
Defensive touchdowns1
Stats at Pro Football Reference

Eugene W. Wilson Jr (born August 17, 1980) is an American former professional football player who was a safety in the National Football League (NFL). He played college football for the Illinois Fighting Illini and was selected by the New England Patriots in the second round of the 2003 NFL draft.

Wilson was also a member of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and the Houston Texans. He earned two Super Bowl rings during his tenure with the Patriots.